Senior Researcher at the DanMAX beamline at MAX IV

Applications are invited for a permanent position as senior researcher at the Department of Physics at DTU. The applicant will lead the construction of the DanMAX beamline at the MAX IV synchrotron jointly with a colleague from Aarhus University. The beamline will comprise two instruments dedicated to full field imaging and powder diffraction and is a collaborative effort between DTU, Aarhus University, University of Copenhagen and MAX IV.  DTU is primarily responsible for the imaging station and for the related software development.

The applicant will be part of the imaging center at DTU.  Other activities include two ERC programs on x-ray microscopy, and 3D reconstruction, respectively; strategic research within sustainable energy and ferro-electrics, an industry portal, neutron activities directed towards ESS, and innovation programs, e.g. related to security scanners.

Responsibilities and tasks:
The applicant will be responsible for the design and construction of the imaging branch of the beamline, as well as act as the overall project manager of the beamline.  In addition he/she is expected to develop a science program of his/her own, exploiting x-ray imaging.

Qualifications
Candidates must hold a PhD degree (or equivalent), preferably in a physics- or materials science- related discipline as well as academic qualifications equivalent to those obtained by holding a position as Researcher or Postdoc.

Further qualifications:

• Strong background in x-ray science and instrumentation
• Documented management skills
• Self-motivation in scientific research
• Ability to work independently, to plan and carry out complicated tasks
• Good communication skills in English, both written and spoken 

A previous position at a synchrotron or neutron source and/or a background in imaging is seen as a plus.

Assessment 

In the assessment of the candidates consideration will be given to:

• scientific production and research potential at international level
• innovative skills and the ability to generate new ideas
• the ability to communicate at all levels such as the provision of scientific advice to public sector authorities
• the ability to promote and utilize research results
• an all-round experience basis, preferably including international experience
• the ability to contribute to development of the department’s internal and external cooperation

We offer 

We offer an interesting and challenging job in an international environment focusing on education, research, public-sector consultancy and innovation, which contribute to enhancing the economy and improving social welfare. We strive for academic excellence, collegial respect and freedom tempered by responsibility. The Technical University of Denmark (DTU) is a leading technical university in northern Europe and benchmarks with the best universities in the world.

Salary and appointment terms
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed with the relevant union.

Initially the workplace will be split between DTU Lyngby Campus and the MAX-IV site in Lund . After the first two years the work will predominantly take place in Lund. The candidate will have a dual affiliation: to DTU and MAX IV. The position is not time limited but a transition to become head of beamline in the operation phase is subject to an interview and evaluation by the DanMAX steering committee.

Further information

Further information may be obtained from Professor Henning Friis Poulsen, hfpo@fysik.dtu.dk

Application procedure

Please submit your online application no later than August 1, 2015. Apply online via "Ansøg" link.

Applications must be submitted as one PDF file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link "Apply online," fill in the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one PDF file. The file must include:

• Application (cover letter)
• CV
• Diploma (MSc/PhD - an official translation into English)
• List of publications indicating scientific highlights

Applications and enclosures received after the deadline will not be considered.

All qualified candidates irrespective of age, gender, race, disability, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply.

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